Dimensional Modeling 101 - Design Better Data Warehouses
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If you're building a data warehouse, dimensional modeling is your best friend. It makes data easier to query, understand, and analyze. Let's break down this powerful technique!
What is Dimensional Modeling?
Dimensional modeling is a design technique optimized for data retrieval and analytics. Unlike transactional databases (OLTP) which are optimized for writes, dimensional models (OLAP) are built for blazing-fast reads and intuitive queries.
Think of it as organizing your data warehouse like a well-structured library, where finding what you need is quick and intuitive.